Coordinator, Diabetes , SC

This position is an RN responsible for providing direct care to patients living with diabetes and their caregivers seen in the hospital and any out-patient clinic where these patients are seen under the care of a Cook clinical provider. This person enhances the quality of patient care by providing specialized diabetic education, in-service, and continuing education programs for patients/families and the nursing staff.

Education:

• Associates degree required. BSN preferred

• Three years clinical experience; pediatric preferred.

• Organizational and interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of the principles of endocrine nursing.

Certification/Licensure:

• Current license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas.

• Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES; formerly Certified
• Diabetes Educator CDE) eligible preferred, with certification expected after 3 years in role.
• PALS certification within 2 years of hire.